LPG and natural gas equipment safety after a natural event or emergency

Stay safe if you're using LPG and natural gas.

Specification of Standard for Valve Inlet Connections of LPG Regulators Safe Work Instrument 2023

This is the Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances - Specification of Standard for Valve Inlet Connections of LPG Regulators) Safe Work Instrument 2023.

Charging LPG Cylinders of Less than 110 kg Water Capacity - Safe Work Instrument 2017

This is the Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances—Charging LPG Cylinders of Less than 110 kg Water Capacity) Safe Work Instrument 2017.

Liquified petroleum gas (LPG)

Liqufied petroleum gas (LPG) is a highly flammable gas and is dangerous if not used safely. Because it is easily ignited, you need to know how to stay safe when using and storing it.

Proposed standard for valve inlet connections of LPG regulators safe work instrument

Delivering LPG cylinders

This guide gives advice on the responsibilities of people who deliver LPG to workplaces and non-workplaces.

LPG in industry

Many businesses use liquid petroleum gas (LPG) because it is convenient and efficient, but you still need to make sure your LPG appliances and installations are safe.

LPG in hospitality

Cafes, bars, restaurants, fast-food outlets and mobile cooking facilities often use liquid petroleum gas (LPG) as a fuel for cookers, ovens, barbeques, cabinet heaters and patio heaters.

Service stations

Service stations store and dispense large amounts of hazardous substances, especially flammable substances such as petrol, diesel and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)

Petrol station

Petrol stations are busy places with lots of vehicle and pedestrian traffic. They also store and dispense large amounts of hazardous substances, which is it's very important to have good health and safety systems and processes in place.

Gas heating

LPG and natural gas heaters are used widely to warm New Zealand homes and businesses. Used wisely, gas is instant, reliable, efficient and safe. However, like any other form of energy it must be treated with respect to prevent accidents.

Gas safety for caravans and motorhomes

Follow the steps below to safely use the gas and LPG appliances in your caravan or motorhome.

Dispensers

Dispensers are used for distributing flammable liquids. Dispensers may include pumps, and are often used at service stations for dispensing petrol and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).

Dispensers used for the retail sale of class 2.1.1, class 3.1A, 3.1B or 3.1C must be approved by WorkSafe.

Cabinet heater safety

If you have a LPG cabinet heater, these simple safety tips will keep you warm and safe.

What is natural gas?

Natural gas and LPG are both in use in New Zealand, and there are some differences between the two that you should be aware of.

Distribution systems

The gas supplied through natural gas and LPG distribution systems must have adequate pressure, quality, and odour and must be accurately measured.

Declared articles

Certain high risk gas appliances or fittings must be approved or have certification equivalent to approval, before being sold or offered for sale in New Zealand. These products are referred to as Declared Articles.

Stationary tanks and process containers

A stationary container system is a tank or a process container together with its associated pipe work and fittings normally located in one place. The requirements for a stationary tank are more specific than for a process container. Stationary container systems can hold flammable, oxidising, toxic and corrosive substances.

Natural events and emergencies

Businesses and organisations need to manage risks to make sure working conditions are safe in areas affected by natural events and emergencies.

Records of cylinders, fittings and containers for gases under pressure

We maintain a series of records of cylinders containing gases under pressure and of parties involved in the inspection and testing of gas cylinders.

Health and safety in welding

Guidance covering a range of topics including training and qualifications, fire and explosion prevention, local exhaust ventilation, and noise and vibration

Certification requirements for gas appliances

Gas appliances and specified fittings must be certified by a recognised certification body or certification regime before they can be offered for sale in New Zealand